Senior Clinical Lab Technologist - Pathology and Immunology

Location: Saint Louis, MO 63110 • Scheduled Hours: 40

About the role

The ideal candidate will perform laboratory testing using multiple clinical laboratory instruments and laboratory developed tests. Testing will support clinical and translational research for novel biomarker discovery and implementation of in vitro diagnostics spanning clinical chemistry, hematology, coagulation, and molecular diagnostics. This position will perform assays on blood, body fluids, and urine as well as assist with all technical aspects of clinical and research studies and experiments, including preparation of study materials and all appropriate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Performs testing on routine and high-complexity assays according to laboratory Standard Operating Procedures. Includes routine maintenance and troubleshooting of various newly developed instruments and equipment.
• Reviews assay data. Solves routine problems without supervisory assistance. Participates in complex problem resolution.
• Serves as a resource for medical technologists and laboratory technicians. Trains new employees on instrumentation and procedures.
• Assists with the development and validation of new assays. Assists with updates and the development of procedure manuals and operating procedures.
• Utilizes database, excel spreadsheet and word processing programs.
• Complies with all regulatory and client requirements for testing and documentation.
• Demonstrates a general understanding of assay methods and clinical relevance. Participates in relevant continuing education.
• Occasionally performs initial statistical analysis and review of data for newly brought up assays; prepares initial result reports for supervisory review.
• Assists supervisor with other duties and special projects as needed.

Requirements

• Associate degree or combination of education and experience may substitute for minimum education.
• 8 years of clinical laboratory experience.

Skills

• Communication
• Data Interpretations
• Detail-Oriented
• High Reliability
• Identifying Problems
• Instrument Troubleshooting
• Problem Solving
• Solutions Support
• Teamwork

Working Conditions

• Work is performed in a clinical laboratory with exposure to body fluids and chemical hazards including blood-borne pathogens.
• Must be physically able to wear personal protective equipment.

Pay

$28.01 - $43.44 / Hourly

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, combining employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more.
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child. Family care resources for continued childcare needs and adult care.
• Tuition coverage for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years.